Growing Castor Bean (Ricinus)

Growing Castor Bean (Ricinus) Pronunciation: ry-sin-usThis handsome foliage plant in the Euphorbia family appreciates rich, well-drained soil in full sun. It may require staking in windy locations. The large

Growing Caryopteris (Bluebeard)

Growing Caryopteris (Bluebeard) Pronunciation: kair-ee-opter-iss Easy to grow in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Drought tolerant (even moisture is required in the South and West). In

Growing Carex testacea (Orange Sedge)

Growing Carex testacea (Orange Sedge) Pronunciation: kareks Carex testacea is a New Zealand native and hardy for Zones 7-10S&W, with fine, olive green foliage that takes on coppery orange

Growing Caragana

Growing Caragana Pronunciation: kare-ah-gay-nahUse in mixed shrub borders; perennial borders; seaside gardens. Full sun. Grows 12-24 per year depending on conditions. Grows to 5x3. Foliage is light, bri

Growing Capsicum

Growing Capsicum PRONUNCIATION: kap-si-kumCULTURE: Full sun. Good potting soil that drains quickly. Fertilize every 2 weeks with a water-soluble fertilizer that has a 20-20-20 ratio. Water when the soil

Growing Streptocarpus (Cape Primrose)

Growing Streptocarpus (Cape Primrose) LIGHT: The Cape Primrose is a relative of African Violets and prefers the same growing conditions of bright but indirect light. Avoid hot sun, which can burn the leaves

Growing Canna

Growing Canna Pronunciation: canuh Spacing: 18–24″ or 1 per 18″ pot, depth: 2–3″. Full sun.Wait to plant Cannas until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to 60°F. To get a jump o

Growing Campsis (Trumpet Creeper)

Growing Campsis (Trumpet Creeper) Grow Campsis in full sun or partial shade. The plants are not fussy about soil. Very vigorous—tame plants by pruning in late winter or early spring; plants flower on th

Growing Camassia

Growing Camassia Pronunciation: kah-mass-ee-ahBulb size: 7-8 cm Camassia is one of very few bulbs that tolerate moist soil, so its a good candidate to plant near a pond or stream, as long as the bu

Growing Calycanthus (Sweetshrub)

Growing Calycanthus (Sweetshrub) Pronunciation: kal-ih-kan-thusA native of Southeastern woodlands, Calycanthus is a tough, easily grown deciduous shrub with interesting flowers in spring that carry a de

Growing Calluna (Heather, Ling)

Growing Calluna (Heather, Ling) Pronunciation: kuh-loonuh Plant Calluna out of the way of winter winds in full sun and well-drained, acidic soil that retains moisture. A 3–6″ layer of peat moss, d

Growing Callicarpa (Beauty Berry)

Growing Callicarpa (Beauty Berry) Pronunciation: kal-ih-karpuh Callicarpa is one of the best fruiting shrubs for mid-fall color; its shiny lavender berries are a great attraction in the landscape a

Growing Calla Lily (House plant)

Growing Calla Lily (House plant) Set the pot in a sunny window (preferably one that faces south) where your plant will receive 6 or more hours of direct sun each day. Calla Lilies are one of the few housepla

Growing Calla Lily

Growing Calla Lily We occasionally offer Calla Lily (Zantedeschia aethiopica) in a kit that contains a rhizome (the underground stem that produces both roots and shoots), a plastic pot with saucer, and potti

Growing Calibrachoa

Growing Calibrachoa Pronunciation: kal-ihh-bruh-kouh This genus of Petunia look-alikes from North and South America offers several outstanding tender plants. They are low growers with fine foliage

Growing Calathea (Zebra Plant)

Growing Calathea (Zebra Plant) Also known as Zebra Plant, the best foliage color is achieved in bright, indirect light. High humidity is preferred (see below for ways to increase humidity around your plant).

Growing Citrus indoors

Growing Citrus indoors In most of the United States, these plants must be grown indoors, at least during the winter. Fortunately, their rootstock will keep them a manageable size (to no more than 4–5&p

Growing Calamintha (Calamint)

Growing Calamintha (Calamint) Pronunciation: kal-uh-minth Full sun (afternoon shade is recommended in the warmest reaches of Zone 9 in the West) and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Has

Growing Caladium (Angel Wings)

Growing Caladium (Angel Wings) Pronunciation: kuh-laydee-um Caladiums require warm temperatures to sprout and grow. If planted too early outdoors, they may rot. Wait until soil temperatures

Growing Cabbage (Vegetable Plants)

Growing Cabbage (Vegetable Plants) Care of Plants On ArrivalYour plants have just spent up to 3 days without light or water and may have yellow leaves or show evidence of wilting. Through years of shipping e